Araucaria heterophylla

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Norfolk Island Pine, Star Pine

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve George/Sortomme

Description

This very large tree will grow to about 100' tall and 60' wide with narrow, sharp leaves that are a deep, dark green. It is a popular Christmas tree in Hawaii. A good indoor plant for sunny exposures.

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

25-40', 40-60', 60-100'

Width Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

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Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Ranch

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Indoor, Lawn, Swimming Pool

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.

Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.